October 22, 2024
Episode 112: Harnessing Authenticity and Energy in Teamwork with Ashley Jablow
In this episode of The Future of Teamwork, Dane chats with Ashley Jablow, coach and founder at Wayfinders Collective, about the importance of bringing authenticity, energy, and one’s whole self to teamwork. Ashley shares her journey from working in nonprofit and innovation sectors to running her own business. Dane and Ashley discuss the importance of reflection and how team members can help you see strengths you may not recognize in yourself. She explains that self-discovery, while personal, is often more effective when done in collaboration with others who offer valuable insights and feedback.
Ashley then explains how she incorporates requests from clients when designing alliances, and how she adapts to the team dynamics. She shares about the value of coaching and facilitation skills, as well as using creative tools like alter egos to encourage different perspectives and foster psychological safety during brainstorming sessions. Tune in for practical ways to bring authenticity into your team!
Harnessing Authenticity and Energy in Teamwork with Ashley Jablow
Guest Bio
Ashley Jablow believes life doesn’t have to be “lived strenuously.” As CEO of Wayfinders Collective, Ashley helps you step off the hamster wheel, create a career and life you love – and learn to trust yourself along the way.
In 2017 Ashley got laid off and experienced firsthand the urgency that comes from feeling misaligned and directionless at work. Leveraging her experience in Design Thinking and Innovation – honed after years of working at places like IDEO and The White House – Ashley set out to redesign her work life so that it aligned with her whole life. Today, Ashley’s built a thriving, fulfilling career for herself – and she’s ready to help you do the same.
Through Wayfinders Collective, Ashley offers 1:1 and group coaching, workshop facilitation, and inspirational resources for individuals and teams. Her newly-published 4-volume reflection journal, “100 Days of Designing My Life,” pairs 100 hand-illustrated watercolors with daily reflection questions to help you deepen your self-understanding and propel you toward your dreams. Learn more at www.wayfinderscollective.com/journal.
Key Takeaways
00:00 Welcome to the Future of Teamwork
02:08 Ashley’s Journey: From Silicon Valley to Wayfinders Collective
04:18 The Power of Design Thinking and Innovation
05:51 Embracing Iteration and Experimentation
09:52 The Importance of Self-Reflection and Team Feedback
18:21 Discover, Define, Imagine, Iterate: A Practical Approach
23:51 Balancing Long-Term Vision with Immediate Action
25:22 Navigating Ambiguity and Trust in Iteration
26:35 Balancing Risk and Experimentation
27:04 Introducing Constraints and Honest Conversations
29:25 Designing Alliances for Effective Teamwork
32:09 Documenting Alliances and Ensuring Alignment
35:17 Facilitation Skills and Handling Conflict
40:44 The Power of Alter Egos in Team Dynamics
46:05 Conclusion and Resources
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